Sullivan County, New Hampshire · Nursing home
Sullivan County Health Care
4 of 5 overall from CMS
5 Nursing Home Drive, Unity, NH 03743
At a glance
- Overall rating 4 of 5 Above the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 5.56 hours Above the state average of 3.90
- Nursing staff who left in a year 48.1% Above the state average of 44.1%
- Health citations in 3 years 10 1 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $16,153 1 fine
- Certified beds in use 73.1% of 156 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Sullivan County Health Care is a 156-bed nursing home in Unity, New Hampshire (Sullivan County). CMS rates it 4 of 5 stars overall as of Aug 2026. It reports 5.56 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the New Hampshire average of 3.90. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $16,153 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 156
- Residents per day (average)
- 114.1
- Certified since
- 2002 (24 yrs)
Government - County Participates in Medicare and Medicaid
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Questions to ask Sullivan County Health Care
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 1 fine totaling $16,153 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 48.1%, above the New Hampshire average of 44.1%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
- About 73.1% of certified beds are in use on an average day. Are any units closed, or are admissions limited?Certified beds and average residents in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 4 of 5 New Hampshire average 3.1
- Health inspections 4 of 5 New Hampshire average 2.9
- Staffing 4 of 5 New Hampshire average 3.3
- Quality measures 2 of 5 New Hampshire average 3.2
The vertical line marks the New Hampshire average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 5.56 h New Hampshire average 3.90
- Nurse aides 4.02 h New Hampshire average 2.34
- Licensed practical nurses 0.98 h New Hampshire average 0.78
- Registered nurses 0.56 h New Hampshire average 0.78
- All staff, weekends 5.21 h New Hampshire average 3.47
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 6 hours. The vertical line marks the New Hampshire average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover48.1%
- New Hampshire average44.1%
- Registered nurse turnover33.3%
- New Hampshire average40.9%
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 10 health deficiencies in the past three years. Of these, 1 was at the immediate jeopardy level; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 5 followed a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jun 6, 2025: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
| Inspection date | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2025 | 2 | 1 |
| Oct 16, 2024 | 3 | 0 |
| Oct 19, 2023 | 5 | 0 |
New Hampshire homes averaged 3.9 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.
Health citations, past three years (10)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 9, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 9, 2026)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint inspection · Infection Control · Past Non-Compliance (Jun 4, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 25, 2024)
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BPotential for minimal harm, pattern
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Complaint inspection · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint inspection · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 31, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 23, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 3, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Complaint inspection · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 3, 2023)
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2025 | Fine | $16,153 |
| Oct 19, 2023 | Payment Denial | 35 days |
New Hampshire homes averaged 0.6 fines and $8,016 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $31,093.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within New Hampshire
- Size8 of 73 by certified beds
- New Hampshire average residents per day81.3
- ChainNone listed
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Sullivan County3
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Sullivan County Health Care?
Sullivan County Health Care has an overall rating of 4 of 5 stars from CMS as of Aug 2026. Its health inspection rating is 4, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 2.
How many beds does Sullivan County Health Care have?
Sullivan County Health Care has 156 certified beds. It averages 114.1 residents per day, about 73.1% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Sullivan County Health Care?
The home reports 5.56 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.56 hours from registered nurses. The New Hampshire average is 3.90 hours and 0.78 hours from registered nurses.
Has Sullivan County Health Care been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $16,153 in the past three years. It also lists 1 payment denial.
Does Sullivan County Health Care accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Nearest nursing homes
- 2 of 5 Elm Wood Center at Claremont 68beds 85.6%in use 3.18nurse hours a day
- 2 of 5 Woodlawn Healthcare Center LLC 53beds 96.0%in use 3.87nurse hours a day
- 3 of 5 Cedar Hill Health Care Center 39beds 87.9%in use 4.97nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Sullivan County
Who to call in New Hampshire
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in New Hampshire.
- Long-term care ombudsman Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman 1-800-442-5640 A free advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Health Facilities Administration, Health Facility Certification Unit 603-271-9049 The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
New Hampshire staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Aug 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 305093. Check the official record on Medicare.gov
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